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Traffic Control for the Fire Service

Traffic Control for the Fire Service. Instructor: Bobby Miller. Objectives. To understand when there is a need for traffic control To learn the OSHA requirements for traffic control Know the type of traffic control devices that we have

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Traffic Control for the Fire Service

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  1. Traffic Control for the Fire Service Instructor: Bobby Miller

  2. Objectives • To understand when there is a need for traffic control • To learn the OSHA requirements for traffic control • Know the type of traffic control devices that we have • Apply traffic control standards to road types relevant to the fire district.

  3. OR-OSHA Requirements “Responder may use any available devices or equipment to guide traffic through the incident area until proper equipment is available, as long as the devices themselves do not create additionals hazards. As soon as practical, MUTCD-compliant devices and equipment should be used.” Cited-Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices/Oregon Temp Traffic Control Handbook

  4. OR-OSHA Requirements • Don’t always need turnouts unless the incident requires them already (fires, MVCs, HAZAMATs, etc). • OSHA/MUTCD requires compliance with ANSI/ISEA High Visability Safety Apparel Guidelines, or equivalent revisions, and labeled as ANSI 107-1999 or later for standard performance for class 1, 2, or 3 risk of exposure.

  5. When Do You Need Traffic Control? • What types of calls? • What locations?

  6. Traffic Control Devices • Cones • Flares • Flagging Paddles/Signs • Traffic Signs

  7. Traffic Control-Flagging Operation

  8. Traffic Control-Flagging Operation • Deploy “WRECK AHEAD” signs (if available) • Get cones on the road • Flaggers MUST get off primary dispatch freqs. • Assure 2 way communication between flaggers • Relay pertinent info about vehicles you’re sending • Park apparatus in “Fend Off” position

  9. Traffic Control-Lane Closure

  10. Traffic Control-Lane Closure • Deploy “WRECK AHEAD” signs • Cones: • Taper • Tangent • Termination is optional

  11. Traffic Control- Road Closure

  12. Traffic Control-Road Closure • Deploy “WRECK AHEAD” Signs • Deploy Cones • Stage Apparatus

  13. Traffic Control-Lane Shift

  14. Traffic Control- Lane Shift • Deploy “WRECK AHEAD” • Deploy cones to create new lanes: • Taper • Tangent • Termination

  15. Closing notes • Don’t waste valuable time for extensive traffic control • Apply LCES practices. • ALWAYS have your PPE on

  16. The End

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